astringent


Definition: Meaning of, astringent in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈstrɪn(d)ʒ(ə)nt /

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  1. an astringent liquid is able to make your skin less oily or stop a wound from bleeding
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  2. criticizing someone very severely
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  3. having a sharp acid taste
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astringent astringents
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  1. a liquid used to make your skin less oily or to stop a wound from bleeding
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astringent used in phrases

  • astringent drug (noun)
    1. a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals
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